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One of the most important characteristics of a great gift officer is that of self-actualization. Are you self-actualized? Listen to this podcast to find out how you can become more in-tune.

If you're hiring in your non-profit, or if you are in the process of looking for a new job in the field, you're likely thinking about salaries and benefits. Some will argue that non-profit employees should be paid less because of their altruistic views at the work they are doing. However, to hire top-notch staff, you must pay their worth in experience and expertise. Listen to learn more.

Hiring great employees is critical in any industry, but especially in non-profit. How does your organization attract and retain staff? What do you do, as an employer, to ensure your team is happy? Listen to this podcast to learn more.

What does it mean to be a trustee of the community? Trustees can come in many forms, and perhaps your largest donor isn’t your only trustee. Azim Premiji, a leading philanthropist, has a great understanding of what it means to be a trustee. Listen to the podcast to learn more.

Building a stellar team is not easy. Once you've taken the time to hire the right people, you have to work to ensure they stay happy and continue to add value to your team. Listen to this podcast to learn more about team-building and why it matters.

How are you moving prospects and donors through the giving process? Has your process changed during the pandemic? Clients are sharing their challenges with prospects and donors who are not as far along in the process as they had hoped. Listen to this podcast for my take on Moves Management and what you can do to positively impact your bottom line.

Are you using social media? Is your audience? Depending on their age, they probably are. Different generations utilize social media differently. Listen to this podcast to understand how certain generations are using social media and what its impact is on philanthropy.

On this Mother's Day, let's take a moment to appreciate all the great moms out there, especially those working in philanthropy. Thank you, moms!

Not everyone is awesome all the time. And not every situation is great. How do you deal with challenging people or situations? I have some tips that I think will be helpful for you. Listen to this podcast to learn more.

How does data impact philanthropy? Listen to this special edition podcast about philanthropists, John and Laura Arnold, to learn about their philosophy behind their massive giving campaign and how data is a driving force.

Creating a balance between your work life and your personal life can be a challenge, especially during Covid. How are you adjusting? Do you have boundaries between work and personal time? Does your employer respect your boundaries? I address this and more in this podcast. Give it a listen.

Concierge services have been in the news a lot lately as health systems begin administering the Covid-19 vaccine. How do Concierge Services work? What makes a great program? Listen to this podcast to learn more about these types of programs and the do's and don'ts to creating a great concierge service for your health system.

Over the years I have read many terrific books and studies pertaining to philanthropy. Even though these books and reports were written some time ago, their ideas and themes are relevant today. Listen to this podcast to learn what resources I still recommend.

Where does the idea of philanthropy come from? You might be surprised to learn philanthropy can be traced back more than 2,500 years ago to Greek mythology. Listen to this podcast to learn more about the history of philanthropy and why we give.

Given the changes of the past year, your team is likely still working from home. Is your team effective when working remotely? Are they happier? More productive? Listen to this podcast for my thoughts on leadership and location.

How do donor-advised funds impact your non-profit? Listen to this podcast to learn what donor-advised funs are, how they work, and what they can mean for your organization?

How will changes to estate tax laws impact your giving cycle? Listen to this podcast to understand these important changes and what you can do to be prepared.

As a gift officer, how large is your portfolio? A recent study shows how culling your portfolio can have a dramatic and positive impact on your results. Listen to this podcast to learn more.

Strategic planning is critical to the success of your non-profit. Understanding the fundraising and operational needs of your organization will ensure you're prepared for the future. Listen to this podcast to learn more.

You've closed some major gifts. How do you maintain your relationships moving forward? Listen to this podcast to learn more about the importance of donor stewardship.